Being run over by pitch roller was 'terrifying' - Townsend
Townsend says he was lucky to only escape from under the roller with a few "bumps and bruises".
Andros Townsend, the 35-year-old former England winger, recounted the terrifying moment he was run over by a pitch roller during a warm-up session in Pattani, Thailand. The incident occurred on Saturday when a member of staff lost control of the heavy equipment, causing Townsend's left leg to become briefly trapped under the vehicle.
Fortunately, Townsend managed to free himself from under the roller with only minor bumps and bruises. Speaking about the event for the first time in an interview with Piers Morgan's Football Uncensored, Townsend expressed disbelief and cringed every time he saw the incident replayed. He explained that he was fortunate to fall onto the floor at the right time, preventing any serious damage.
Despite the close call, Townsend emphasized that the roller incident would not deter him from continuing his career, and his teammates were surprised by his decision to stay on the bench during the warm-up.
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